International Telecommunication Union

The Broadband and ICTs for smart, inclusive and sustainable societies event, organised by the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) and the Ministry of Communication of Brazil, outlined the critical role of broadband-enabled services and applications as facilitators for long-term sustainable economic development.

The International Telecommunication Union (ITU) World Radiocommunication Seminar 2010 (WRS-10) opened in Geneva on 6 December to discuss international regulations on the use of radio frequency spectrum and satellite orbits. Discussions during the week will also focus on some key technological issues, such as future standards for mobile phones....

The importance of capacity building, global standards for emerging technologies, and broadband access to spur development in under-served communities were the key themes at the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) Regional Development Forum (RDF) for the Asia-Pacific Region on Next Generation Networks and Broadband: Opportunities and Challenges. The RDF, which...